Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #16V581000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V581000 by Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc.. Affecting model year 2015-2016 inferno, igniter, intruder and cinder fire trucks built on freightliner and international chassis manufactured april 13, 2015, to may 30, 2016 Includes 57 affected units, Transmission May Not Switch from Road to Pump Mode, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2015-2016 inferno, igniter, intruder and cinder fire trucks built on freightliner and international chassis manufactured april 13, 2015, to may 30, 2016

Defect Summary

Ferrara fire apparatus, inc. (ferrara) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 inferno, igniter, intruder and cinder fire trucks built on freightliner and international chassis manufactured april 13, 2015, to may 30, 2016. the affected vehicles may be equipped with certain c20 and c21 split-shaft transmissions from waterous. this transmission sends power to the wheels of an emergency response vehicle or powers an add-on unit such as a water pump used for fighting fires. a component within the shift unit may be damaged and as a result, the operator may not be able to switch the power output.

Corrective Action

Ferrara will notify owners, and the shift unit assembly will be removed and the clevis pin and retaining rings will be replaced, free of charge. the recall began on september 9, 2016. owners may contact ferrara customer service at 1-225-567-7100 extension 3011.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V581000
Manufacturer: Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2016-08-04T00:00:00
Subject: Transmission may not switch from road to pump mode
Component: Power Train
Potentially Affected Units: 57

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Ferrara fire apparatus, inc. (ferrara) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 inferno, igniter, intruder and cinder fire trucks built on freightliner and international chassis manufactured april 13, 2015, to may 30, 2016. the affected vehicles may be equipped with certain c20 and c21 split-shaft transmissions from waterous. this transmission sends power to the wheels of an emergency response vehicle or powers an add-on unit such as a water pump used for fighting fires. a component within the shift unit may be damaged and as a result, the operator may not be able to switch the power output.
Consequence Summary: If the power output cannot be changed, once the fire truck arrives at the scene, it may not be able to pump water to aid in extinguishing the fire, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action: Ferrara will notify owners, and the shift unit assembly will be removed and the clevis pin and retaining rings will be replaced, free of charge. the recall began on september 9, 2016. owners may contact ferrara customer service at 1-225-567-7100 extension 3011.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 91.23

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NHTSA ID: 16V581000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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